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Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!

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Athens Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 3,000 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Dock | Kayaks | Lake Athens Access
Furnished Deck | Outdoor Dining | Water Views
Living Room | Fireplace | Children's Books | Free WiFi | Central Heating & A/C
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Athens, TX
  • Place, Lake Athens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!

Family Friendly | 3,000 Sq Ft | Lake Access | 8 Mi to Land of Lights Christmas Park

Welcome to the good life! This 4-bed, 3-bath vacation rental is the ideal space for your next Athens escape. Nestled on the shores of Lake Athens, this home boasts a full kitchen, furnished deck, and spacious yard complete with a private dock. Stroll through the East Texas Arboretum or visit Tara Vineyard and Winery for a tasting before returning home to cozy up for a movie night by the fireplace.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (up to 18-foot boat), boathouse
- Lake access, kayaks
- spacious deck, outdoor dining, bench swing

INDOOR LIVING
- Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings
- Flat-screen TVs
- Brick fireplace, ceiling fans
- Dining table
- Game room, children's books

KITCHEN
- Electric stovetop, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator
- Coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, toaster
- Knife set

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating
- Washer & dryer
- Towels, linens, complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- Ring doorbell camera
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Step-free access
- Interior spiral staircase for access to bonus room

PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles - low clearance)
- Driveway (1 vehicle)

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Lake Athens: boating, swimming, fishing, kayaks
- 6 miles to Kiwanis Park
- 7 miles to East Texas Arboretum
- 12 miles to Tara Vineyard & Winery
- 33 miles to Tyler Pounds Regional Airport & 104 miles to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 29 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- The dock can accommodate a boat up to 18 feet long
- While this home offers step-free access, an interior spiral staircase is required to reach the bonus room with the ping pong table
- The carport has low clearance and may not fit some SUVs, trucks, or taller vehicles

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Athens

Located in Athens, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 and Athens Scuba Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Athens and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Athens Praise & Worship Center and Henderson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Athens, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Athens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 21 min drive - 33.1 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 45 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Waterpark at the Villages - 52 min drive - 77.3 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fishcamp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace! on 8 May 2026 start from AU$360, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Athens and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Athens Praise & Worship Center and Athens Fish and Game Club Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice location in nature

We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family house on Lake Athens

Our family of 8 recently spent 10 days here while our house underwent some remodeling. We had plenty of room and enjoyed kayaking on the lake. It is close to the grocery stores too.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Comfortable

The listing is very accurate. If you want a nice place to stay, somewhat off beaten path and like the ease of keeping a boat right on the water this is a great choice. Plenty of room to spread out, comfortable dining room areas as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life on the Lake

This was what it is like to live on the lake. Great scenery and go out on your boat easily any time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Very convenient location.

We fished Athens lake for a week. Wonderful location on the water and very short trip to run into town.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclipse trip

Great outside area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute lake cabin

We had a family event nearby, and this was a perfect place to stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Guestz

It was perfect for our group and close to the wedding venue. A beautiful location and roomy house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the lake!

Great place for a weekend fishing trip Very well appointed, clean and comfortable. Dock with 2 slips is perfect. Everything about this place was A+++. We will be back. Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Jack and Jill bathroom shower needed some attention and outside deck had some bad boards. Nothing that kept us from enjoying our time together with family on Thanksgiving. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandon j.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great place to stay, beautiful views.

The surcharges made the day rate double, and the communication on trying to get the contact for the guy that managed the house was frustrating. Other than that the house was beautiful and we loved the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We were thrilled to have our on little piece of paradise. It was so quiet and peaceful. My kids spent most of our days on the boat Dock fishing and nights playing family games. It was perfect and just what we needed
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs updating for price. Good overall

Great place but needs updating for the price charged!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaKenna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway!

It was a great stay to celebrate the new year! The only down fall was that we didn’t know the drive way was slanted as much as it was. We could get our boat parked in the drive way, so we had to park it on the street. Other than that, it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shonda L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake house

The house was in a nice area. It had a lake behind the house which we came to fish but it was too many lily pads in the lake. I think new furniture is needed that you can be able to wipe off because it was dog hair left on the couches. overall, the place was great for me and my family. Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise K.

Nice house for a group

This was a great location and house layout for our group. We loved the big dining table for playing cards and spacious living room. The backyard and huge deck was nice. The lake water was covered in lily pads so we couldn't fish. Bathrooms were very clean, bedroom carpets need cleaning or replaced. Nice washer/dryer. Living room was warm, so we used fans.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

william

GO FISH

If your family likes to gather and fish for a few days, this is the place for you. Large house with lots of room and big dining area. Good kitchen space and appliances. Dock has double boat stall, one good lift, and bank room to tie another boat or pontoon. You can kayak fish in the same arm of the dock and catch fish within 1/4 mile of the house. Local support for the house was exemplary. We'll try to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Athens Lake Weekend

The house has a good set up for a family that does not want to cook. The kitchen is poorly equipped and disorganized. The dock is overgrown with lily pads so we were afraid to tie up our boat. The house needs a little TLC.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Everything was very good. It was lovely and peaceful. About the price. It says the house is $160 a night. That is misleading. The host fee was almost as much as the 3 nights accommodation. That was my fault. I should have been more careful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James

Wonderful, peaceful and private

We thoroughly enjoyed Neal's lakehouse. It was convenient to the boat ramp and quick to get to on boat to keep overnight at his boat house/dock. It was a bit tight backing up the boat trailer in the one lane driveway but wasn't a problem. The house was clean and spacious. We loved the artsy/studio vibe (if that makes sense- a great place for a writer to stay awhile). The beds are comfortable and the linen smell so fresh and clean. The master shower was nice and hot. We enjoyed the patio listening to the variety of birds and watching the squirrels play. Neal is quick to respond! Thanks for sharing your place!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gus S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Clean up

House is in a great neighborhood. House smells of moth balls. Beds are terrible. Couches in den area are horrible. Deck is nice but needs repair. Boat Dock is scary. Lilly Pads everywhere. Very difficult to fish from and no way would you swim in that stuff. Neal is a nice man and his property location is great. All the homes sorrounding are beautiful. Boat dock area definitely needs to be cleaned up
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last min dog friendly getaway.

We had an event in Athens, and needed to bring the pups. The house was great! Exactly what we needed space wise and it was right on the water which was a bonus. I wish there was directions on how to use the TVs/ Direct TV/ Cable. We had planned ahead and brought our own fire stick to stream from. I probably could have reached out to the Property Manager to ask about cable, but it didn’t affect our stay. I also wish the primary bedroom had a king bed. It would be great for a big family or even a couple of families to stay. The back yard/ water views were the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Great potential, but run down

The house has great potential: large, good location, on the water, nice layout, big backyard… but it feels unloved and neglected. We watched baseball in the evenings and appreciated the satellite tv. The linens were fine. The kitchen has lots of pots and pans but lacked sufficient dishes, cups, glasses, and cutlery for serving. For the price, it needs some investment from the owners. For example, the paint is peeling on the ceiling of the second bath and the shower faucet diverts half the water pressure to the tub faucet. It’s not at the typical standard we’re used to with vacation rentals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Family Gathering

Enjoyed the spacious large gathering rooms, bedrooms, deck and backyard. Made it very easy for everyone to enjoy group and private conversations. Worked very well for our weekend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Bliss

It was perfect! Loved the back yard!! Everyone feel in love w this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

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